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Swiss Franc gains as US economic data disappoints and Fed hike bets weaken

Briefing desk at Markets Brief (2026-08-05): The Swiss Franc (CHF) strengthens against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday as weaker-than-expected US economic data pressures the Greenback, while traders… Primary source: original at FXStreet (fxstreet.com).

Swiss Franc gains as US economic data disappoints and Fed hike bets weaken

The Swiss Franc (CHF) strengthens against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday as weaker-than-expected US economic data pressures the Greenback, while traders closely follow efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. At the time of writing, USD/CHF trades around 0.8078, down nearly 0.18% on the day.

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